Lease Accountant Summary The Lease Accountant is responsible for the input, analysis, and processing of lease data and charges, including lease data validation and review of all recurring payments. This position requires a keen attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and flexibility in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills both face-to-face and in writing are essential, as this individual works across all lines of business within the company and interacts with other departments on a regular basis.
Job Responsibilities (responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following) Set up buildings (floors, units, square footage), tenants, leases, and recurring charges for new acquisitions/developments and any lease amendmentsMaintain, update, and review leases in RealPage to ensure accuracy of fixed rent, percentage rent, and CAM/Tax payments in accordance with lease terms and conditionsGenerate monthly recurring charges and any ad-hoc charges as needed, including utility billingsCalculate and maintain annual CAM reconciliation templates and lettersCalculate and maintain annual obligation templates and lettersCollaborate with other departments to ensure accurate rent rolls, leases, tenant information, etc.Perform accounting functions including month-end close, account reconciliations, equity analysis, intercompany reconciliations, and other related tasksConduct financial statement analysis with the ability to identify and resolve potential issuesEnsure timely and accurate financial reporting, including collaboration with other departmentsPresent financial results to executive leadershipIdentify patterns and problem areas and make recommendations to management on areas of improvementTake on special projects as neededPerform other duties as assigned Performance Objectives The 7 Core Values established by Crawford Hoying to maintain its desired cultureWillingness to learn a variety of concepts, practices, and proceduresFace-forward interaction and engagement with other departments Strategic approach to problem-solving and troubleshootingFlexibility in taking on projectsPerseverance in reconciling historical dataTimeliness and transactional accuracy Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience A minimum of 1-3 years of lease accounting experience, including a working knowledge of accrual accountingStrong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and multitasking abilitiesStrong technical and operational accounting skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbalResults-oriented attitude with a sense of urgency and ability to work under deadlinesAdvanced knowledge of ExcelExperience with RealPage a plus Proficiency with Microsoft Office products Bachelor's degree Work Environment This individual works at the corporate office and interfaces with external and internal customers, residents, and vendors on a regular basis. Work hours are typically 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, subject to the needs of the department. The person in this position must be available to work additional hours as needed in busy seasons.
Reporting Structure The Lease Accountant reports to the Property Accounting Manager.
Physical Requirements The Lease Accountant's physical condition must be sufficient for the consistent and successful completion of the responsibilities defined for this position. This position frequently requires standing, walking, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, and lifting up to twenty-five pounds.